Drinking alcohol in the streets? No, that's illegal. One of the favoured habits of young people in Barcelona used to be – and still is – congregating in public squares with six-packs of Estrella Damm, the local beer, and happily drinking and smoking the balmy Mediterranean nights away till the early-late hours.
Can you drink alcohol on the beach Barcelona?
Alcohol. Drinking on the beaches in Barcelona (as well as in any public place in the city) is illegal and can result in a range of fines if you are caught. With that being said, it's smart to steer clear of street beer sellers. You're free to enjoy a drink at any nearby beach bar!
What is the fine for public drinking in Barcelona?
€600Drinking alcohol on the street could previously incur fines of between €300 and €600. Those found drinking in public from Friday will automatically be fined €600. 'We think we will be able to see the results of this measure in the coming weeks,' Batlle said.
Can you walk around with alcohol in Barcelona?
What is the alcohol policy in Spain?
Drinking in SpainThe minimum buying and drinking age in Spain is 18, which is fairly young compared to the rest of the world. This includes buying alcohol in bars and clubs, restaurants and shops.
What is the alcohol limit in Barcelona?
Legal Alcohol Limits:The legal limit for alcohol in Spain is 0.5 grammes of alcohol per litre of blood (equivalent to 0.25 milligrammes of alcohol per litre of exhaled air).
What is the tourist law in Barcelona?
The law would limit the construction of hotels and stop licenses being issued to new tourist accommodation rentals, and would remain in place until arrivals to the city fall to more a manageable number. Last year, an estimated 32 million tourists visited Barcelona, far outnumbering its 1.6 million residents.
Can you go out in shorts in Barcelona?
You won't necessarily be turned away if you're dressed casually, however, an evening out in Barcelona generally means you should be looking good and well dressed. Avoid wearing casual shorts in the city, save them for the beach, wearing them elsewhere will generally label you as a tourist.